(Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia)
Cheers! Reds, whites and roses reign in Philadelphia this evening as Philly Wine Week continues.
Tonight, bars and restaurants in the area host everything from wine and cheese pairings to a wine-centric yoga class for the week-long vino fest.
Dilworth Park continues to host free fitness classes tonight for those looking to get into shape — head out tonight for a running club, Jiu jitsu and more.
The Plays and Players Theatre hosts Five Dollar Comedy Week, a full week of $5 performances (!) that are sure to make you laugh out loud.
Read on for our top picks for tonight.
• Wine and Cheese Pairing at Osteria
Tonight, Osteria teams up with Di Bruno Bros. and The Artisan’s Cellar for a wine and cheese pairing complete with three cheeses and three glasses of wine. The party runs from 5 to 7 p.m. and is in celebration of Philly Wine Week.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Osteria, 640 N. Broad Street
Cost: $25
• Philly Wine Week at Fork
All week long, Fork serves up special wine flights for Philly Wine Week. Visit the bar today Barolo and Barbaresco wines at 5 p.m. and wines from Tuscany at 9 p.m.
When: Wednesday, March 25
Where: Fork, 306 Market Street
Cost: Pay as you go
• Tria’s Wine from Where?!
Tria is a reliable source for new and different vino, and that’s especially true during Wine Week. Both Tria Cafe locations will pour wines from unusual and unexpected wine producing regions for just $10 a glass starting at 4 p.m.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 4 p.m.
Where: Various Locations
Cost: Pay as you go
• Wine and Unwind at Bisto St. Tropez
Bistro St. Tropez celebrates Philly Wine Week with a yoga-meets-wine event tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. Yogis of all levels are invited out for the Vinyasa yoga session. After the class, guests will be treated to wine and light bites. Admission is $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Bisto St. Tropez, 2400 Market Street, 4th Floor
Cost: $30 in advance, $35 at the door
• “Not” Wine Week at Alla Spina
It’s “not” wine week at Alla Spina, which means $5 pours of vermouth, amaro, madeira and sherry, ciders and wine at the bar. And tonight, Alla Spina hosts a dinner pairing cage match between Brendan Hartranft of Memphis Taproom and Jason Malumed of Chalkboard Wine & Spirits. The two are tasked with creating perfect pairings for four courses. The dinner costs $65 per person
When: Wednesday, March 25, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Alla Spina, 1520 Mt. Vernon Street
Cost: $65
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• Five Dollar Comedy Week at Plays and Players Theatre
Grab $5 and head to Plays and Players for the Five Dollar Comedy Week, which continues tonight with a number of hilarious shows for just $5 a pop.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 4-10 p.m.
Where: Plays and Players Theatre, 1714 Delancey Street
Cost: $5 per show
• Free Fitness at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park continues to host free fitness to get folks in shape for the warmer months. Tonight, enjoy a free Jiu jitsu class at 6 p.m., a class about urban cycling at 6 p.m. and a running club led by City Fit Girls at 6:30 p.m.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 6 p.m.
Where: West Side of City Hall, Broad and Market streets
Cost: Free
• Dirty Dancing at the Academy of Music
Tonight, the Academy of Music welcomes Dirty Dancing to its stage for a show full of romance, dance and song. The production comes to Philly straight from Broadway, and is a musical stage version of the classic 1987 movie — but with more dancing and more scenes than the film. Tickets range from $20 to $115.50 and are available online.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad Street
Cost: $20-$115.50
• Macy’s Flower Show
Macy’s Center City hosts its annual floral-filled showcase, the Macy’s Flower Show. Tonight, take in the sights of spring while shopping at the department store. The annual Flower Show transforms the department store’s Grand Court into a veritable greenhouse. This year’s theme, Art in Bloom, nods to the artistic elements in every floral arrangement.
When: Wednesday, March 25
Where: Macy’s Center City, 1300 Market Street
Cost: Free
• Art in Process at PAFA
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts keeps its doors open for after-hours visitors for its Art in Process series. Tonight, guests will create a glow in the dark garden with Youth Council.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 118-128 N. Broad Street
Cost: Free with museum admission; $15 general admission, free for PAFA members
• Philadelphia Museum of Art
Make your way through the halls of the main building of the Philadelphia Museum of Art during its pay-what-you-wish Wednesday promotion. Enjoy after-hours art, yoga, crafts and much more form 5 to 8:45 p.m.
When: Wednesday, March 25, 5-8:45 p.m.
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjmain Franklin Parkway
Cost: Pay what you wish
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